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Dokus Family History

Dokus Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Dokes, Kus, Dobos, Rokos, Rokes, Doris, Mikus, Doles, Bonus, Debus

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Where is the Dokus family from?

You can see how Dokus families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Dokus family name was found in the USA in 1920. In 1920 there were 2 Dokus families living in Ohio. This was about 67% of all the recorded Dokus's in USA. Ohio had the highest population of Dokus families in 1920.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Dokus surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.

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Census Records

There are 120 census records available for the last name Dokus. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Dokus census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 78 immigration records available for the last name Dokus. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 82 military records available for the last name Dokus. For the veterans among your Dokus ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Dokus lifespan?

Between 1967 and 2001, in the United States, Dokus life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1975, and highest in 1982. The average life expectancy for Dokus in 1967 was 74, and 56 in 2001.

An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Dokus ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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